#2223 - Life Skills Worker | Permanent Full Time
Top Benefits
About the role
Why do people select a particular job? Money, schedule, and fun? How about all of that? Developmental Disabilities Association needs a Community Support Worker (CSW) to assist clients with their physical, vocational, recreational, social, emotional, and daily life skill development. The CSW supports clients to achieve the greatest degree of independence and quality of life as possible. Since 1952, the Developmental Disabilities Association has been helping thousands of people in BC with developmental disabilities reach their full potential through support and advocacy. Come see what we’re all about. Go to www.develop.bc.ca for our latest blogs and then connect with us on social and say hello!
JOB TITLE: LIFE SKILLS WORKER | #2223
SERVICE AREA: Vocational & Community Services
LOCATION: Vancouver, BC
START DATE: August 17, 2026
TERM/STATUS: Permanent Full Time
SCHEDULE/HRS: Flex Time // 37.5 hours per week (flexible hours)
HOURLY WAGE: $26.83 - $29.76 as per collective agreement (2024 rates, implementation of new collective agreement is in process, and new wage rates $28.46 to $31.57 will be implemented once funding is received)
THE ROLE:
The Life Skills Worker (LSW) position provides life skills training to individuals with disabilities. The successful candidate will teach life skills such as: achieving independence, obtaining identification, touring colleges, banking, applying for Persons with Disabilities Benefits, using transit and preparing for employment.
REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience:
Degree in areas directly related to Social Services, Human Services, or Education.
2 years of experience working with people with developmental disabilities in vocational & community settings.
Demonstrated ability to successfully implement instructional and proactive training programs for clients.
Experience with principles of positive behavior management is preferred.
Experience with individuals who deal with concurrent disorders.
Working knowledge or experience designing and creating curriculum for people with disabilities.
Standard requirements of the Life Skills Worker include:
Criminal Record Clearance
Medical Clearance
Satisfactory Driver’s Abstract
Class 5 Driver's License
Access to a vehicle
Valid First Aid/CPR
Willing to commute throughout Vancouver and Richmond
Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification
Demonstrated competency in English written and verbal communication
Proficient in Office 365
Eligible to work in Canada
Training is provided for: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification
WHAT WE OFFER:
A fully employer-paid, comprehensive health and welfare benefits plan
Employee and Family Assistance Plan
Municipal Pension Plan
Educational and training opportunities
*This position requires Union membership.
For more information, please visit our website at www.develop.bc.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.
About Developmental Disabilities Association
Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA) is a community living agency and leading employer in BC’s social services sector. With over 50 community-based programs and services for children, youths, and adults in Vancouver and Richmond, we offer superior programs and services to enable people with developmental disabilities to reach their full potential. We create extended networks of support, invest in individual needs, and strive for an inclusive and safe community. Over 1,600 individuals and families in the Vancouver and Richmond area are serviced by DDA every year.
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#2223 - Life Skills Worker | Permanent Full Time
Top Benefits
About the role
Why do people select a particular job? Money, schedule, and fun? How about all of that? Developmental Disabilities Association needs a Community Support Worker (CSW) to assist clients with their physical, vocational, recreational, social, emotional, and daily life skill development. The CSW supports clients to achieve the greatest degree of independence and quality of life as possible. Since 1952, the Developmental Disabilities Association has been helping thousands of people in BC with developmental disabilities reach their full potential through support and advocacy. Come see what we’re all about. Go to www.develop.bc.ca for our latest blogs and then connect with us on social and say hello!
JOB TITLE: LIFE SKILLS WORKER | #2223
SERVICE AREA: Vocational & Community Services
LOCATION: Vancouver, BC
START DATE: August 17, 2026
TERM/STATUS: Permanent Full Time
SCHEDULE/HRS: Flex Time // 37.5 hours per week (flexible hours)
HOURLY WAGE: $26.83 - $29.76 as per collective agreement (2024 rates, implementation of new collective agreement is in process, and new wage rates $28.46 to $31.57 will be implemented once funding is received)
THE ROLE:
The Life Skills Worker (LSW) position provides life skills training to individuals with disabilities. The successful candidate will teach life skills such as: achieving independence, obtaining identification, touring colleges, banking, applying for Persons with Disabilities Benefits, using transit and preparing for employment.
REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience:
Degree in areas directly related to Social Services, Human Services, or Education.
2 years of experience working with people with developmental disabilities in vocational & community settings.
Demonstrated ability to successfully implement instructional and proactive training programs for clients.
Experience with principles of positive behavior management is preferred.
Experience with individuals who deal with concurrent disorders.
Working knowledge or experience designing and creating curriculum for people with disabilities.
Standard requirements of the Life Skills Worker include:
Criminal Record Clearance
Medical Clearance
Satisfactory Driver’s Abstract
Class 5 Driver's License
Access to a vehicle
Valid First Aid/CPR
Willing to commute throughout Vancouver and Richmond
Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification
Demonstrated competency in English written and verbal communication
Proficient in Office 365
Eligible to work in Canada
Training is provided for: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification
WHAT WE OFFER:
A fully employer-paid, comprehensive health and welfare benefits plan
Employee and Family Assistance Plan
Municipal Pension Plan
Educational and training opportunities
*This position requires Union membership.
For more information, please visit our website at www.develop.bc.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.
About Developmental Disabilities Association
Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA) is a community living agency and leading employer in BC’s social services sector. With over 50 community-based programs and services for children, youths, and adults in Vancouver and Richmond, we offer superior programs and services to enable people with developmental disabilities to reach their full potential. We create extended networks of support, invest in individual needs, and strive for an inclusive and safe community. Over 1,600 individuals and families in the Vancouver and Richmond area are serviced by DDA every year.